Team Leader
- Must have completed 1 year of college OR 1 year of relevant camp experience
- Must commit to a minimum of EIGHT weeks (Details to be worked out. This is basically one week off during the summer in addition to our July 4th break.)
- Must be available for set up, training and Kickoff Camp (May 25th - June 2)
Our Team Leaders are responsible for championing Camp Kerusso primarily through leading and pouring into the staff. The responsibility of a team leader is three-fold. First, leaders will work closely with the Directors to plan and set up according to their area of responsibility prior to camp (facilities, operations, programs, etc). The timeline associated with this will be determined based on availability (expect a few virtual meetings/phone calls during the school year, to help with interviews as available, and at least one week prior to Camp Staff Training). Second, they will be responsible for the implementation and execution of duties associated with their team during camp. Third, and most importantly, they will pour into and equip their team both physically and spiritually to fulfill their responsibilities.
Counselor
- Must have completed 1 year of high school
- Must commit to a minimum of FOUR weeks
Our Counselors are called to champion Camp Kerusso by letting the love of Jesus flow through them as they interact, enjoy, protect, and provide for the needs of our campers. They are the first line of activity and fun at Camp Kerusso, and set the tone for the rest of the camp. They are called to lay their own agenda’s aside, and make the needs of each child the priority. They are the very hands and feet of Jesus, and they are the face of Camp Kerusso.
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Camp Nurse
- Must be a current nursing students or relevant nursing qualifications
- Must commit to a minimum of FOUR weeks
- Options available for 1 day onsite + on-call nurse
- Employee camper scholarships available for on-site nurse
The primary responsibility of this TEAM member is to function as our camp nurse. Safety is our top priority at Camp Kerusso, however due to the outdoor adventure nature of camp injuries do happen. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: caring for minor scrapes and bruises, administering medicine, overseeing special dietary requirements, helping initiate emergency response plans if needed, providing guidance for more serious injuries/emergencies, meeting with parents during drop off who have questions/special requirements for the health and safety of their campers.
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Facilities
- Must have completed 1 year of high school
- Must commit to a minimum of FOUR weeks
The Facilities Team is responsible to champion Camp Kerusso through the preparation, set-up, and maintenance of all events and equipment and the facility as a whole. This team is responsible as the main support to ensure that all camp activities are in good working order, are in the proper places at the proper times, and responsible for cleaning up and storing all equipment at the end of the day. These team members must be self motivated, faithful, available and teachable
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Childcare
- Must have completed 1 year of high school
- Must be able to commit to at least FOUR weeks
- Previous experience caring for multiple children / Infants
The primary responsibility of this TEAM member is to care for the children of camp leadership. Your primary ministry at camp would be caring for the daily needs of two young children allowing leadership to focus on the operations of camp. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: meal times, diaper changes, nap time, supervising and playing with them on the camp grounds, and ensuring their safety at all times. Childcare will most likely only be needed four days a week, so one day a week you would help one of the other TEAMS with their responsibilities.
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Operations
- Must have completed 1 year of high school
- Must commit to a minimum of FOUR weeks
The Operations team is responsible to champion Camp Kerusso by ensuring the success of day to day camp functions. This team is responsible for various aspects of camp administration and organization. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, organizing supplies, prepping materials for various activities, supervising the pavilion and meal times, working at the camp store and maintaining camp records.
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Programs
- Must have completed 1 year of high school
- Must commit to a minimum of FOUR weeks
The Programs team is responsible to champion Camp Kerusso by planning, organizing and facilitating camp activities. This team is responsible for morning activities, large group activities, and supporting individual counselors and groups during activities throughout the day. Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, planning daily activities, gathering and setting up supplies, and officiating and facilitating games.
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Lifeguard
- Must have completed 1 year of high school AND be 15 years old
- Must have (or be willing to obtain) valid lifeguard certifications
- Must be available for a minimum of FIVE weeks
The Lifeguards are responsible to champion Camp Kerusso by ensuring the safety or our children, counselors, and staff while in and around the water. They are also responsible for encouraging and establishing a safe but fun environment while the kids are swimming and participating in the blob. With that said, safety must be of the highest importance. Camp Kerusso will cover the cost of getting/renewing your lifeguard certification.
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Media
- Must have completed 1 year of college OR 18+
- Experience Required (photography or videography required, social media/graphics bonus)
- Must be available for a minimum of FOUR weeks
This person will help capture and communicate the mission and adventure of Camp Kerusso through media. Must have experience capturing and editing high quality photos/videos. Ideally, this candidate will help maintain a strong social media presence as well. In addition to these resonsbilities, this team member, will assist other TEAMS with their duties.
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